Africa Travel Info

AFRICA INFORMATION TRAVEL DIRECTORY

General Information

Africa is a vast continent spanning over 8,000km (5,000 mi) north to south and 7,500 km (4,800 mi) east to west (not including islands) and contains a wide range of people, skin colours, religions and cultures.

Africa has 54 sovereign countries—the most on any continent—and is the second largest continent in terms of both land area and population. Africa is bounded by the Mediterranean Sea to the north, by the Atlantic Ocean to the west, by the Red Sea to the northeast, and by the Indian Ocean to the southeast. Some of the countries in Africa include South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Kenya, Mozambique etc

Africa is a diverse continent, with each country, or even each part of a country having its own unique culture. Africa is a dream destination for travellers. It offers everything from thrilling action-adventure to sheer, indulgent opulence.

Africa is home to many famous natural wonders, from the Nile River, the world's longest river, to Victoria Falls. The continent is home to two of the world's four volcanoes with permanent lava lakes—the dramatic Mount Nyiragongo which rises hundreds of metres above Goma, DRC and Erta Ale in Ethiopia's stark Danakil Depression. Both volcanoes can be climbed by the daring tourist to stand at the edge gazing in awe at the bubbling lava below, an incredible sight at night!

Activities around Africa

Activities on the continent of Africa are plentiful! Each country in Africa has its own unique tourism attractions that will amaze and enthral visitors. Please view our Activity Directory for more information on what is offered around Africa.

Accommodation around Africa

Accommodation on the continent of Africa is varied and there are options to suit all tastes and budgets. Game Lodges, Bed & Breakfasts, Guest Houses, Guest Lodges, Self Catering, camping, Hotels and Resorts abound in each country. Please view our Accommodation Directory for all the accommodation options available.

Businesses around Africa

Africa offers a range of business opportunities. Please view our Business Directory for more information.

There are of plenty of culture mixes across Africa, and it can all be experienced in each country's food. There is nothing better than sampling a country's delicacies to get the taste buds going. Please view our Restaurant Directory for more information.